Kolkata case updates: Never threatened doctors, Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee denies BJP claim
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Kolkata: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee addresses during TMC Martyr's Day rally, in Kolkata, Sunday, July 21, 2024. (Photo: PTI)
West Bengal chief minister Mamata Banerjee claimed she didn't utter a single word against medical students or their movement against the rape and murder of a doctor in Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College and Hospital. She added that a malicious disinformation campaign was unleashed against her over her speech yesterday.
Citing the 'Nabbana Abhijan' rally and its aftermath, BJP MP from Bishnupur, Saumitra Khan said on Thursday that a group of concerned citizens will call upon the chairperson of the National Human Right Commission to submit a representation on the events that took place on August 27 and 28, which he said are a blatant violation of human rights.
Citing the 'Nabbana Abhijan' rally and its aftermath, BJP MP from Bishnupur, Saumitra Khan said on Thursday that a group of concerned citizens will call upon the chairperson of the National Human Right Commission to submit a representation on the events that took place on August 27 and 28, which he said are a blatant violation of human rights.
In a note, the BJP MP said, "A group of concerned citizens of civil society across the country consisting of Members of Parliament, Former IPS officer, Senior Advocates of the Supreme Court and High Court, and Members of Legislative Assembly amongst others will be calling upon the acting chairperson of the NHRC (National Human Right Commission) on August 29 at 2 pm to submit a representation on the unfolding events occurred on August 27 and August 28 in the West Bengal that are blatant violation of human rights." On Wednesday, Union Minister Sukanta Majumdar staged a sit-in protest on the road at Baguiati in Kolkata during the 12-hour 'Bengal Bandh' called by BJP in Bengal.
Majumdar also wrote a letter to Union Home Minister Amit Shah against Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee for advocating violence and said that "shamelessly inciting gathering" by the West Bengal CM is nothing less than a blatant endorsement of revenge politics from the highest office in the state. BJP had called for a '12 hour Bengal Bandh' on Wednesday after Kolkata police resorted to lathi charges, the use of water cannons and tear gas against the protestors in Nabnna Abhiyaan' Rally.
4:56 PM
Kolkata case update: West Bengal assembly to pass ‘anti-rape’ bill
The government of West Bengal has scheduled a special two-day assembly session beginning September 2. On the second day, Tuesday, a Bill proposing capital punishment for rape convicts will be introduced, debated, and voted on. This information was provided by Parliamentary Affairs Minister Sovandeb Chattopadhyay and confirmed by Speaker Biman Banerjee.
4:31 PM
Double standard should not be practiced by President, says AAP MP Sanjay Singh
"What happened in Kolkata is unfortunate and painful. The CBI is investigating, and the strictest punishment should be given through a fast-track court. However, I must point out that the President should not adopt a selective approach. She expressed concern over the Bengal incident but remained silent on the Manipur incidents—this double standard should not be practiced," AAP Rajya Sabha MP Sanjay Singh said today.
4:06 PM
BJP want to disrupt peaceful environment in West Bengal, says RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav
"The BJP is carrying out hooliganism in the entire West Bengal. Shops in markets are being looted. The people of the BJP want to disrupt the peaceful environment. They are inciting the people continuously. But the people of Bengal or any other state will not fall for it. As far as the incidents of rape are concerned, they are the most in Uttar Pradesh and other BJP-ruled states. It is happening frequently in Bihar. Why are they silent on it? BJP wants to create a panic everywhere but they would remain unsuccessful in doing so," Bihar LoP and RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav said today.
3:32 PM
President must acknowledge the atrocities against women in Maharashtra as well, says Cong leader
"The President should not only be concerned about Kolkata but also about the situation in Maharashtra. The people of Maharashtra are deeply troubled by the incident in Badlapur. The President must acknowledge the atrocities against women in Maharashtra as well. She is the President of the entire nation," Congress leader Ramesh Chennithala asserted today.
3:05 PM
Entire country is outraged with whatever is happening in country, says Congress leader Pawan Khera
Congress leader Pawan Khera today expressed outrage at the crimes commited against women in the country. Khera said, "The entire country is outraged with what is happening to the women in our country, whether it is happening in Maharashtra or Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh Bengal or Assam. Wherever it is happening, this is one country. These women are from our own family, so we need to be concerned and outraged."
1:54 PM
Kolkata Police arrest 5 over threats to vandalise Mamata Banerjee's home
Kolkata Police has taken five people into custody concerning a purported scheme to damage the residence of West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee.
According to reports, the plan was allegedly formulated in a WhatsApp group named ‘We want justice’, where a voice message was shared urging members to assemble in Kalighat, a neighborhood in south Kolkata, to execute the act. Read here for more details.
1:16 PM
Doctor rape-murder case: Kolkata to witness rallies, demonstrations today
Kolkata is set to witness a series of rallies and demonstrations on Thursday to protest against the alleged rape and murder of a doctor with political parties and several civil society organisations planning to hit the streets during the day. Despite attempts by police to "stop BJP's movements", the party would go ahead with its protest programme in Esplanade area in central Kolkata on Thursday, Union Minister Sukanta Majumdar said.
1:15 PM
Have suspended membership of Sandip Ghosh, former Principal of RG Kar Medical College: IMA
"Indian Medical Association (IMA) headquarters has suspended the membership of Dr Sandip Ghosh, former Principal of RG Kar Medical College and Hospital and the vice president of Calcutta IMA branch. A disciplinary committee formed in the IMA Headquarters which took into cognisance the grievances as expressed by the parents of the victim where they were not able to meet the head of the institution and were also appalled by the information given to them that their daughter had committed suicide...These grievances were expressed to the IMA national president and secretary general," says IMA National President Dr RV Asokan.
12:07 PM
It is shameful incidents of sexual assault have not reduced since Nirbhaya case, says Shabana Azmi
Veteran actor Shabana Azmi says outrage over cases of crimes against women should not be selective and the society needs to work on the root cause of the menace. Azmi said there is need to end the patriarchal mindset of the people as sexual assault cases have not decreased since the 2012 Nirbhaya gangrape and murder case.
11:27 AM
West Bengal LoP Suvendu Adhikari assures all possible help to 'Nabanna Abhiyan' participants
West Bengal LoP Suvendu Adhikari on Wednesday met the injured people at the hospitals who participated in the 'Nabanna Abhiyan' in Kolkata and assured all possible help. "Today I went to meet Shri Timir Sarkar and Shri Sanjit Biswas and others at the hospitals where they are admitted and receiving treatment for their injuries. They participated in the Nabanna Abhiyan yesterday and were roughed up by the Mamata Police for no fault of theirs. The Police without any provocation lathi charged them and unfortunately, they sustained serious injuries," Adhikari posted on X.
11:25 AM
We are going to the NHRC against the police lathi-charge on protestors: BJP MP Saumitra Khan
11:16 AM
Odisha CM Majhi slams Mamata for 'hateful' remarks on Odisha
Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi slammed his West Bengal counterpart Mamata Banerjee for allegedly making "negative" and "hateful" comments on the coastal state. Referring to the alleged rape and murder of a trainee doctor in a Kolkata hospital, Majhi also alleged that Banerjee was making "vindictive" comments "without giving justice to the victim of the heinous crime".
10:48 AM
Group of citizens to submit representation to National Human Rights Council on West Bengal: BJP leader
The BJP stated on Thursday that a group of concerned citizens will call upon the chairperson of the National Human Right Commission to submit a representation on the events that took place on August 27 and 28, which he said are a blatant violation of human rights.
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First Published: Aug 29 2024 | 10:55 AM IST
